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From Data to Impact: Innovation and Digitalisation Reshaping European Agriculture
At Green Transition Forum 6.0 in Sofia, four leading agrifood innovators tackled the hard questions about AI, biotechnology, EU funding gaps, and what it really takes to scale technology from lab to farm. European agriculture is under pressure from every direction — rising input costs, climate instability, tightening sustainability regulations, and a funding landscape that doesn't always match the pace of innovation. On June 4, 2026, at the main stage of Green Transition Forum 6.0 in Sofia,...
Agriventures Awards: Recognising the Innovators Driving Sustainable Agriculture and Food in Bulgaria
A New Recognition for a Sector in Transformation The agriculture and food sector is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history. Driven by the convergence of climate pressures, shifting consumer expectations, regulatory frameworks such as the European Green Deal, and an accelerating wave of technological innovation, the way food is grown, processed, and distributed is being fundamentally rethought. Yet the people and organisations at the forefront of this...
Biodegradable Plastics Market Set for Rapid Growth as Demand for Sustainable Packaging Accelerates
♻️The global biodegradable plastics market is expected to experience significant growth through 2033, driven by stricter environmental regulations, increasing consumer demand for sustainable products, and rapid innovation in bio-based materials. The transition toward a more sustainable and circular economy is creating new opportunities for biodegradable plastics, with market analysts forecasting strong growth over the coming decade. As governments, businesses, and consumers seek alternatives to...
Future Harvest: New European Program Supports the Next Generation of Farmers
EIT Food and the PepsiCo Foundation launch Future Harvest, a new European initiative designed to strengthen generational renewal in farming, support young farmers, and build a more resilient and sustainable food system across Europe. Europe’s agricultural sector is facing a growing demographic challenge. As the average age of farmers continues to rise, fewer young people are entering the profession, creating concerns about the long-term resilience of food production, rural communities, and...
Jaarbeurs Acquires FoodBytes from Rabobank to Accelerate Global Food and Agriculture Innovation
📢Royal Dutch Jaarbeurs has announced the acquisition of FoodBytes from Rabobank, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of one of the most recognized innovation platforms in the global food and agriculture ecosystem. 🌱 A Stronger Innovation Ecosystem for Food and Agriculture Since its launch in 2015, FoodBytes has built a strong reputation as a connector between startups, corporates, investors, and innovation leaders. Originally established by Rabobank, the platform has helped...
What the New EU–Mexico Agreement Means for European Farmers in Practice
The newly modernised EU-Mexico Agreement is more than just another trade deal. For European farmers, food processors and agricultural cooperatives, it opens a large and growing market of over 130 million consumers while reducing export barriers that have limited competitiveness for years. The agreement was officially signed in May 2026 after long negotiations between the European Union and Mexico. But what does this actually mean on the farm level? Lower Tariffs = Better Export Opportunities...
Why Healthy Soils Matter More Than Ever — And Why Farmers Should Join the Mission Soil Investment Forum
For many farmers, soil is the most valuable asset on the farm. But across Europe, soils are under pressure from erosion, drought, compaction, loss of organic matter and rising production costs. At the same time, farmers are being asked to produce more food while reducing environmental impact. This is exactly why the new Mission Soil Investment Forum, organised under the EU Mission “A Soil Deal for Europe”, is becoming an important event for the future of agriculture. The forum focuses on...
Alimentaria FoodTech 2026 Shows the Future of Food Innovation - And Why Bulgaria’s Agrifood Ecosystem Must Be Ready
The global food industry is entering a new era where technology, sustainability and digitalisation are becoming just as important as production itself. This transformation will be one of the main focuses of Alimentaria FoodTech 2026 in Barcelona - one of Europe’s leading exhibitions dedicated to food processing, automation, ingredients and agrifood technologies. The event will gather companies, startups, investors, researchers and technology providers working on solutions that are reshaping the...
SYSARM Officially Launches with Kick-Off Meeting in Napoli, Italy
The implementation of the SYSARM - Systems Thinking for Agricultural Risk Management project has officially begun following a successful kick-off meeting held in Napoli, Italy. The meeting marked the start of an ambitious collaboration focused on strengthening resilience, systems thinking, and risk management competences within the European agri-food sector. Developed under the Erasmus+ framework, SYSARM responds to the growing challenges faced by agriculture and food systems across Europe,...
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